Tag: Long-term Care

Can Social Security and Medicare Afford to Continue to Operate?

The American Association for Retired Persons (AARP) estimates that 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every single day. The deluge of aging Americans and the increase in longevity in the already 65 plus population are the main reasons why the Social Security and Medicare programs are expected to have financial insolvency

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Placement of a Parent in Long-Term Care Poses Several Challenges

The term long-term care (LTC) encompasses a multitude of aspects. Long-term care is comprised of a variety of services that meet medical and non-medical requirements for people who cannot care for themselves for long periods. It is a highly individualized care system that can be formally or informally provided. Formal

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Taking Care of Aging Parents: A Guide

You cannot escape aging, and every family system is affected by it. Even if you are in the fortunate circumstance where your aging parents can go it alone for a long time there will come a day when assistance or long-term care will be needed. There are things to consider

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The Medicaid Program: Looking Back Without Penalties

Long-term care is something most of us will have to consider at some point in our lives, so planning is essential. While we cannot predict the timing or level of care, we can take steps to prepare for an unexpected medical and financial crisis to help reduce the stress on

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